This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles

lor the
Development of International Standards. ( . aides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Harriers to Trade (TBT ) Committee.

Designation: F3125/F3125M - 19

Standard Specification for

High Strength Structural Bolts and Assemblies, Steel and
Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, Inch Dimensions 120 ksi and 150
ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, and Metric Dimensions 830
MPa and 1040 MPa Minimum Tensile Strength1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3125/F3125M ; the number immediately following tlx designation indicates the year
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of original adoption or, in the case of revision , the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.
A superscript epsilon < e ) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval .

1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers chemical , physical and me-
chanical requirements for quenched and tempered bolts manu
factured from steel and alloy steel , in inch and metric
dimensions, in two strength grades, two types and two styles.
1.1. 1 This specification is a consolidation and replacement
of six ASTM standards, including ; A 325, A 325 M , A490,
A 490M . FI 852 and F2280.
1.1 .2 This consolidated standard is to ensure alignment
between standards with the same intended end use and to
simplify the use and maintenance of structural bolt specifica -
tions.
1.2 Intended Use:
1.2. 1 Bolts manufactured under this specification are in -
tended for use in structural connections covered in the Speci -
fication tor Structural Joints Using High -Strength Bolts, as
approved by the Research Council on Structural Connections.
1.2.2 Bolts in this specification are furnished in sizes from
Vz to I - 1/: in . inclusive and from M 12 to M 36 inclusive.
1.3 Classification, Table I ;
1.3. 1 Bolts are designated by grade, which indicates inch or
metric strength and style.
1.3.2 Bolts arc designated by type denoting raw' material
chemical composition .
1.3.3 Bolts are designated by style denoting Heavy Hex
bolts or ‘Twist-Off ” Style assemblies.
1.4 Terms used in this specification are defined in FI 789.
—
1.5 Units The values stated in either SI units or inch pound
units are to be regarded separately as standard . The values
stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore,
each system shall be used independently of the other. Combin -
‘ This specificsI ion is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee FI 6 on
Fasteners and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee FI 6.02 on Steel Bolts.
Nuts. Rivets and Washers.
.
Current edition approved Dec . I 2019. Published December 2019. Originally
published in 2015. Last previous edition published in 2018 as F3125 18. DOI :
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10.152CVF3125 F3125M 19. -
— Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
ing values from the two systems may result in non
conformance with the standard.
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- 1.6 Table footnotes are requirements. Notes are advisory.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the
safety concents, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety, health , and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.8 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard -
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom -
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade ( T B T ) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:2
A 194/AI 94M Specification for Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel,
and Stainless Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or
High Temperature Service, or Both
A 354 Specification for Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel
Bolts, Studs, and Other Externally Threaded Fasteners
A 449 Specification for Hex Cap Screws, Bolts and Studs,
Steel , Heat Treated , 120/ 105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile
Strength, General Use
A563 Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
A563M Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts ( Met -
ric )
A 75 I Test Methods, Practices, and Terminology for Chemi -
cal Analysis of Steel Products
B695 Specification for Coatings of Zinc Mechanically De-
posited on Iron and Steel
E709 Guide for Magnetic Particle Testing
El 444/E 1444 M Practice for Magnetic Particle Testing
2
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A325
TABLE 1 Classification
Mm. Strength
120 ksi
Type'4
1 3
A 490 150 ksi 1 3
F1852 120 ksi 1 3
F2280 150 ksi 1 3
A325M 830 MPa 1 3
A 490M 1040 MPa 1 3
A
Type 1 - 1 2 0 ksi ( 830 MPa) - carbon steel, carbon boron steel, alloy steel or alloy
steel with boron addition
Type 3 • 120 ksi ( 830 MPa ) or 150 ksi (1040 MPa ) * weathering steel
-
Type 1 1 5 0 ksi ( 1040 MPa) * alloy steel or alloy steel with boron addition
F436/F436M Specification for Hardened Steel Washers Inch
and Metric Dimensions
F606/F606 M Test Methods for Determining the Mechanical
Properties of Externally and Internally Threaded
Fasteners, Washers, Direct Tension Indicators, and Rivets
F788 Specification for Surface Discontinuities of Bolts,
Screws, and Studs, Inch and Metric Series
FI 136/1 II 36 M Specification for Zinc/Aluminum Corrosion
Protective Coatings for Fasteners
FI 470 Practice for Fastener Sampling for Specified Me-
chanical Properties and Performance Inspection
FI 789 Terminology for FI 6 Mechanical Fasteners
FI 940 Test Method for Process Control Verification to
Prevent Hydrogen Embrittlement in Plated or Coated
Fasteners
F2328 Test Method for Determining Decarburization and
Carburization in Hardened and Tempered Threaded Steel
Bolls, Screws, Studs, and Nuts
F2328.M Test Method for Determining Decarburization and
Carburization in Hardened and Tempered Threaded Steel
Bolls, Screws, Studs, and Nuts ( Metric )
F2329 Specification for Zinc Coating, Hot Dip, Require-
ments for Application to Carbon and Alloy Steel Bolts,
Screws, Washers. Nuts, and Special Threaded Fasteners
F2660 Test Method for Qualifying Coatings for Use on
A490 Structural Bolts Relative to Environmental Hydro-
gen Embrittlement
F2833 Specification for Corrosion Protective Fastener Coat -
ings with Zinc Rich Base Coat and Aluminum Organic/
Inorganic Type
F3019/ F3019 M Specification for Chromium Free Zinc-
Flake Composite, with or without Integral Lubricant.
Corrosion Protective Coatings for Fasteners
G 10 I Guide for Estimating the Atmospheric Corrosion Re-
sistance of Low - Alloy Steels
2.2 ASME Standards:3
B l . l Unified Screw Threads
B 1 . I 3M Metric Screw Threads
B 18.18 Quality Assurance for Fasteners
B 18.2.6 Fasteners for Use in Structural Applications
B 18.2.6M Metric Fasteners for Use in Structural Applica -
tions
‘ Available from American Society of Mechanical Engineers ( ASME), ASME
International Headquarters, Two Park Ave., New York, NY 10016-5990 http://
www.asme.oig.
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Heavy Hex Head
F3125/F3125M - 19
2.3 IFI Standard:1
IFI 144 Test Evaluation Procedures for Coating Qualifica -
tion
Heavy Hex Head
Twist -Off
2.4 RCSC Standard;5
Twist *Off Specification for Structural Joints Using High -Strength Bolts
Heavy Hex Head
Heavy Hex Head 3. Ordering Information
3.1 Orders for holts under this specification shall include:
3.1. 1 A STM designation.
3.1.2 Quantity: Number of bolts or assemblies, including
washers, if required .
3.1.3 Size: Including nominal bolt diameter and bolt length ,
and thread pitch if other than standard.
3.1 .4 Grade: A 325, A 490, FI 852, F2280 or A 325 M ,
A 490M .
3.1 .5 Type: Type I or Type 3. When Type is not specified
either Type 1 or Type 3 may be furnished at the supplier 's
option.
3.1.6 Style: Heavy Hex or Twist-Off Style.
3.1.7 Coatings or finishes: If other than plain finish , specify
the coating process or finish required , see Annex Al .
3.2 Test reports , see Section 14.
3.3 Additional details of other assembly components such
as nuts and washers, if required .
3.4 Rotational capacity testing of matched sets or assem
blies in accordance with Annex A 2. as required in 8.1 .5 and
-
when requested by the purchaser.
3.5 Heavy Hex bolts may be ordered individually, packaged
with nuts, packaged with nuts and washers, or as assemblies.
3.6 Any special observation or inspection requirements
shall be specified at the time of inquiry and at the time of order.
See Section 13.2.
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3.7 Any supplementary requirements.
3.8 Country of origin requirements, if any.
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NOTE I A typical description follows: I (XX) pieces 3A in.x 3 in . ASTM
F3125-19. Grade A 325 Heavy Hex Bolt. Type I . each with one
ASTM F436/F436M Type I Hardened Washer, and one A563 Grade DH
Heavy Hex Nut .
—
NOTE 2 Bolts are sometimes detailed with names such as A325 HS.
A325 SC. A325 X or A490 N . These names relate to connection design
and bolt installation , but do not change the manufacturing requirements
and are preferably not shown on boh orders.
4. Dimensions
4.1 Head and Body:
4.1 . 1 Bolts shall conform to the dimensions specified in
Table 2 for Heavy Hex or Twist Off bolts. -
4.1 .2 The thread length shall not be changed except as
provided in Supplementary Requirement SI or S2. Other
dimensions shall not be changed except in accordance with
Supplementary Requirement S2.
4.1 .3 Bolts with thread lengths or dimensional requirements
which differ from this specification may also be ordered under
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Inch
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TABLE 2 Dimensions, Threads, Marking, Matching Components
Metric
150 ksi Min Tensile 830 MPa Min Tensile 1040 MPa Min Tensile
Type 1 Type 3 Type 1 Type 3 Type 1 Type 3 Type 1 Type 3
Style - Heavy Hex
Bolts
Dimensions, ASME 0 B18.2.6 B18.2.6 B 18.2.6 B18.2.6 B 18.2.6M B18.2.6M B18.2.6M B 18.2.6M
.
Thread Fit ASME* B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A B113MMC 6g B1.13M MC 6g B1.13M MC 6g B1.13MMC 6g
Grade Marking4 0 A325 A325 A490 A490 A325M A325M A490M A 490M
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Style Twist -Off
Bolts
Dimensions , ASME6 B18.2.6 B18.2.6 B 18.2.6 B18.2.6 F F F F

Thread Fit. ASME 6 B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A B1.1 UNC 2A F F F F
F F
Grade Marking4
Alt. Marking'’ c
° A325TC
A325
A325TC
A325
A 490TC
A 490
A490TC
A490 F
F
F
F
r F

Recommended Nut
and Washer
Plain Nut A563 DH A563 DH3 A563 DH A563 DH3 A563M 10S A563M 10S3 A 563M 10S A563M 10S3
Suitable Alternativec DH3. D, C, C3 C3 8S, 8S3, 10S3 8S3 10S3
Coated Nut A563 DH A563 DH3 A563 DH A563 DH3 A563M 10S A563M 10S3 A563M 10S A563M 10S3
Flat, Bevel or
Thick Washer if F436/F436M 1 - F436/F 436M 3- F436/F436M 1 - F 436/F 436M 3 F436/F436M 1 F436/F436M 3 F436/F436M 1 F436；
- - - F436M 3 - -
used
4
A325 and A 325M bolts lengths up to 4D which are fully threaded but which are not required to be fully threaded by the relevant ASME standard shall be marked with
.
a T" see Supplementary Requirement S 1. Bolts with any other non- standard dimensions, including non- standard thread length (except for bolts up to 4D threaded fully
and marked with UT per S1 requirement ), shall be marked with an ‘‘S', see Supplementary Requirement S2.
6
Manufactured to the latest revision at the time of manufacture, UNC for inch series and Metric Coarse (MC ) for Metric Series .
c Previously used markings may be sold and used indefinitely, bolts must be manufactured to current marking requirements upon initial publication of this standard.

°
F
Other distinguishing markings for type 3 are permitted at the manufacturers option.
ASTM A 194/ A194M 2H Heavy Hex inch Nuts may be used in place of A563 DH nuts on type 1 A325. A490, F1852 and F2280 bolts. 2H Heavy Hex metric Nuts may
be used in place of A 563M 10S nuts on type 1 A325M and A490M bolts. When coated 2H nuts are used in place of DH or 10S nuts, the same requirements of A563, A563M,
. .
and this specification, including Annex At shall apply. These requirements include, but are not limited to thread dimensions and overtapping allowances, coating grade ,
lubrication requirements, and proof load testing.
F Metric
dimensions and requirements for this style have not been established .

TABLE 3 Chemical Requirements 4

120 ksi/830 MPa Minimum 150 ksi/1040 MPa Minimum
.
Grade A325 A325M, F1852 Grade A 490. A 490M. F2280
Type 1 Type 3 Type 1 Type 3
Heat Analysis
Carbon or Alloy
Alloy Steel
Steel Composition Composition Based on Based on
with or without
with or without A B Corrosion Index 6 Corrosion Index6
Boron
Boron
Carbon -
0.30 0.52 0.33 0.40 - 0.38 -0.48 -
0.30 0.52 max 0.30 0.48c- -
0.30 0.53
Manganese
Phosphorus, max
0.60 min
0.035
0.90 1.20
0.035
- -
0.70 0.90
0.035
0.60 min
0.035
0.60 min
0.035
0.60 min
0.035
Sulfur, max 0.040 0.040 0 040 0.040 0040 0.040
Silicon 0.15 - 0.30 0.15 - .30 0.30 - 0.50 o o D
O D D O
Boron 0.003 max 0.003 max
Copper o 0.25 - 0.45 0.20 - 0.40 0 20 - 0.60 o 0.20 - 0.60
D
Nickel 0.25 - 0.45 0.50 - 0.80 0.20F mm D
0.20F min
Chromium n
D
0.45 0.65 -
D
-
0.50 0.75
D
0.45 mm
D
o
o
0.45 min
o
Vanadium
D L D
Molybdenum 0 06 max 0.10fc mm 0.10 £ min
Titanium P D o o P p

4
Based on heat analysis.
°cSee 6.3.
Carbon requirement is 0.35-0.53 for 1- Vfr in. and M36 diameter bolts.
Not Specified.
° Material
£
that satisfies the criteria for either Nickel or Molybdenum shall be considered as satisfying the requirements for both elements.

Specification A 441) or A 354, Users should note that A 449 and
A 354 are not exact equivalents to the structural grades in this
specification.
4.2 Threads:
4.2. 1 LJncoated bolt threads shall be as specified in Table 2.
4.2.2 Coated bolts shall have threads meeting Table 2
requirements before coating.
4.3 The gauging limit for coated bolts shall be verified
.
during manufacture In case of dispute, a calibrated thread ring
gauge of the same si / e as the oversize limit in Annex AI ( Class
X tolerance, gauge tolerance plus ) shall be used to verify
compliance. The gauge shall assemble with hand effort follow -
ing application of light machine oil to prevent galling and
damage to the gauge. These inspections, when performed to

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NOTE 3 It is the intent of this specification that coated nuts and bolts
assemble freely when ordered together, it is recognized that the butch
nature of coating process and the cumulative effect of coating thickness
may create intermittent assembly problems. Staying within the material
limits is important for assembly strength. Users are encouraged to use the
smallest nut overlap which permits consistent free assembly.
5. Product Marking
5.1 At a minimum , all bolts shall be marked as required in
Table 2. Marking shall be on the boll head and may be raised
or depressed at the manufacturer 's option. The marking shall
be visible after coating.
5.2 Grade and Type marking, and the manufacturer ’s mark
shall be in separate and distinct locations on the head. Other
markings, if used , such as private label distributor’s mark shall
also be separate and distinct .
.
6 Chemical Composition
6.1 120ksi/830MPA Type I bolts shall be carbon steel,
carbon boron steel , alloy steel or alloy steel with boron
addition at the manufacturer’s option , conforming to the
chemical composition specified in Table 3.
6.2 150ksi/ l 040MPa bolts Type I shall be alloy steel or
alloy steel with boron addition at the manufacturer’s option ,
conforming to the chemical composition specified in Table 3.
6.3 Type 3 bolts shall be weathering steel and shall conform
to the chemical compositions A or B specified in lable 3 or be
produced from a material with chemical composition “Based
on Corrosion Index” that has a corrosion index of 6 or greater,
as calculated from the heat analysis, and as described in CIOl .
Calculation of the corrosion index shall be done using the
predictive method based on the data of Larabee and Coburn or
the predictive method based on the data of Townsend, ( see
Guide GIOI for methods of estimating the atmospheric corro-
sion resistance of low alloy steels ).
6.4 If performed, product analysis made on finished bolts
representing each lot shall be within 10% of the value required
of the heat analysis. For example: heat analysis C 0.30-0.52 =
product analysis C 0.27- 0.57.
6.5 Heats to which bismuth , selenium, tellurium, or lead has
been intentionally added shall not be permitted.
6.6 Chemical analysis shall be performed in accordance
with A 75 l .
7. Materials and Manufacture
7.1 Production Method:
7.1. 1 Bolts shall be cold formed, warm formed , hot formed,
hot forged, machined, or any combination thereof.
7.2 Heat Treatment:
7.2. 1 All bolts shall be quenched in oil from the austenitiz-
ing temperature.
7.2.2 All bolts shall be tempered by reheating to not less
than 800°F/427°C.
7.3 Threads may be rolled or cut.
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7.4 Coatings and Other Finishes:
7.4. 1 Permitted coatings, including supplementary lubrica -
tion and nut oversize requirements, are provided in Annex A I .
7.4.2 When coated fasteners arc required , the purchaser
shall specify the process and any additional special require
ments.
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.
7.4 3 Threaded components ( bolls and nuts ) shall be coated
by the same process, limited to one process per item with no
mixed processes in a lot .
7.5 Secondary Processing:
7.5. 1 Lot control and full traceability shall be maintained
throughout all outside or secondary processes.
7.5.2 Lots to which secondary processing has been per-
formed by any party after sale from the manufacturer must be
traceable using a lot number which differs from the manufac-
turer 's original lot number.
7.5.3 If processing that can affect mechanical properties is
performed after initial testing, the bolts shall be retested for all
specified mechanical properties and performance requirements
affected by the processing. This processing includes heat
treatment, hot -dip zinc coating and other processing that could
affect mechanical properties.
7.5.4 Secondary processing , including lubrication , by any
party other than that which certified the assembly lot shall not
be permitted on a Twist-Off’ style bolt assembly lot unless
under the direction of the manufacturer.
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NOTE 4 Tw ist -Off Style bolt performance is dependent on the torque/
tension relationship and alteration of this relationship may have an adverse
effect on performance.
8. Test Methods
8.1 Tensile strength , proof load, surface discontinuities,
-
hardness, micro hardness, carburization/decarburization, coat -
ing thickness, magnetic particle, rotational capacity, assembly
tension testing and coating thickness tests, as applicable, shall
be in accordance with Table 4.
8.1 . 1 Tensile strength shall be determined using the F606/
F606M Wedge or Axial Tension Testing of Full Size Product
Method or the Machined Test Specimens Method depending on
size and nominal length as specified in 10.1.
8.1 .2 Proof load shall be determined using F606/F606 M
Method 1, Length Measurement , or Method 2, Yield Strength ,
at the option of the manufacturer.
8.1 .3 Magnetic Particle Inspection shall be conducted on
150 ksi ( 1040 MPa) bolls, in accordance w ith Table 4 and 12.1 .
8.1 . 4 Carburization / Decarburization Inspection shall be
conducted on 150 ksi ( 1040 MPa ) bolts, in accordance with
12.2 .
8.1 .5 Rotational Capacity Testing shall be performed on
galvanized heavy hex assemblies by the responsible party.
Plain finish and other coated heavy hex assemblies shall be
rotationally capacity tested by the responsible party when
specified on the inquiry and purchase order, see Supplementary
Requirement S4. Test method is as described in Annex A2.
NOTE 5— Rotational capacity testing of assemblies intended to be
installed using a twist -off feature and having been qualified in accordance
with Section 11 , may offer some limited qualitative information , but does
not provide relevant engineering data.
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TABLE 4 Number of Tests and Test Method or Criteria
Sample Size (Per Lot) Test Method
Inch
Test Method
Metric
Notes

All grades, types, styles

Tensile Strength F1470 F606/F606M F606/F606M Wedge or axial Full size Machined .
See 8.1. 1 and 10.1
Proof Load F1470 F606/F606M F6G6/F606M Method 1 or 2 optional. See 8.1.2
Hardness F1470 F606/F606M F606/F606M
Dimensions and Thread Fit ASME B18 18 ASME B18.2.6 ASME B18.2. 6M
B1.1 2A B1.13M 6g
Surface Discontinuities F1470 F788 F788
Coating Weight/Thickness F1470* Product Specification Product Specification

150 ksi grades all types and

styles
Magnetic Particle FI 470 F788 F788 Guide E709 or Practice E1444/E1444M
Carbunzalion/Deca rbunzation At least 1 F2328 F2328M

All Twist Off assemblies

Assembly Tension Test (Fastener FI 470 This standard
Tension)

Rotational Capacity F 1470 Annex A2 Annex A2

A
Use F 1470 for sampling if sample requirements are not in the coating specification.

9. Testing and Lot Control
9.1 Testing Responsibility:
9.1.1 Each lot shall be tested by the manufacturer prior to
shipment in accordance with the lot control and identification
quality assurance plan in Sections 9.2 through 9.5.
9.1. 2 When supplied by a source other than the
manufacturer, the responsible party shall assure all tests have
been performed and the bolts conform to this specification.
9.2 Bolts shall be processed in accordance with a lot control
and identification quality assurance plan. The manufacturer,
secondary processors, and distributors shall identify and main-
tain the integrity of each production lot from raw material
through all processing operations to final packing and ship-
ment . Each lot shall be assigned a unique lot identification
number, each lot shall be tested, and the lot inspection test
reports retained.
9.3 Secondary processing shall be processed in accordance
with a lot control and identification quality assurance plan
9.4 A lot shall be a quantity of uniquely identified structural
bolts of the same nominal size and length produced consecu-
tively at the initial operation from a single mill heat of material
and processed at one time, by the same process, in the same
manner so that statistical sampling is valid.
9.5 Additional testing for fastener assemblies, such as
assembly tension testing and rotational capacity testing also
require that the manufacturer or responsible party maintain
assembly lot traceability. A unique assembly or rotational
capacity lot number shall be created for each change in
assembly component lot number, such as nuts or washers.
—
NOTE 6 The purpose of a lot inspection and control program is to
ensure that each lot conforms to this specification and that lot integrity is
maintained to the point of use. It is essential that secondary processors,
distributors, and users maintain loi identification and integrity until
installation.
9.6 Number of Tests:
9.6. 1 The minimum number of tests required from each lot
or each assembly lot shall be according to 11470 and ASME
.
B 18.18 These tests and sample numbers are for final inspec -
tion only and shall be in addition to the manufacturer's
established internal quality control system and in-process
inspection procedures.
9.6.2 Disposition of non-conforming product shall be in
accordance with El 470 Section 8.
NOTE 7 —Section 9.6.1 is intended to identify a statistically large
number of non-conformances but does not assure 100% freedom from
non-con forming product.
.
10 Mechanical Properties
10.1 Tensile Properties:
10.1. 1 Except as permitted in 10.1.2 and 10.1.3 diameters 1 .
in./M24 and smaller having a nominal length of 2 VA D and
longer, and sizes over 1 in./M24 having a nominal length of 3D
and longer, shall be wedge tested full size to F606/F606M and
. shall conform to the wedge tensile load and proof load or
alternative proof load specified in Table 5.
10.1.2 Sizes 1 in./M24 and smaller having a nominal length
shorter than 2 */4 D down to 2D. inclusive, that cannot be wedge
tensile tested, shall be axially tension tested full size to
F606/F606M and shall conform to the minimum tensile load
and proof load or alternate proof load specified in Table 5.
10.1.3 Sizes 1 in./M24 and smaller having a nominal length
shorter than 2D and sizes larger than I in./M24 with nominal
lengths shorter than 3D that cannot he axially tensile tested
shall he qualified on the basis of hardness.
10.1.4 Fracture on full - size tests shall be in the threads of
the bolt without fracture at the junction of the head and body.
10.1.5 When the length of the bolt makes full - size testing
impractical, machined specimens shall be tested and shall
conform to the requirements specified in Table 6. When bolts
are tested by both full- size and machined specimen methods,
the full- size test shall take precedence.

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TABLE 5 Mechanical Property Requirements for Bolts Tested Full Size
120 ksi - A325, F1852
Alternative Proof
150 ksi - A490, F2280
Alternative Proof
Proof Load Proof Load
Load Yield Load Yield
Length Length
Stress Area* Tensile min Strength Tensile min Tensile max Strength
Measurement Measurement
Method Method
mm min
mm min
in. in2 Ibf Ibf Ibf Ibf Ibf Ibf Ibf
Vfe-13 UNC 0.142 17050 12050 13050 21300 24600 17050 18500
%-11 UNC 0.226 27100 19200 20800 33900 39100 27100 29400
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¥4 10 UNC 0.334 40100 28400 30700 50100 57800 40100 43400
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% 9 UNC 0.462 55450 39250 42500 69300 79950 55450 60100
1 -8 UNC 0.606 72700 51500 55750 90900 104850 72700 78800
1 VB-7 UNC 0.763 91600s 64900 ° 70250 ° 114450 132000 91550 99200
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V /A 7 UNC 0.969 116300s 82400
° 89200
° 145350 167650 116300 126000
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1¥« 6 UNC 1.155 138600
° 98200
° 106300
° 173250 199850 138600 150200
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IV2 6 UNC 1.405 168600 ° 119500 ° 129300 ° 210750 243100 168600 182600
Above values
120 ksi 85 ksi 92 ksi 150 ksi 173 ksi 120 ksi 130 ksi
based on
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830 MPa A 325M 1040 MPa - A490M
Alternative Proof Alternative Proof
Proof Load Proof Load
Load Yield Load Yield
Length Length
Stress Area* Tensile min.
Measurement
Strength Tensile min . Tensile max . Measurement
Strength
Method Method
min min
mm min
mm mm* kN kN kN kN kN kN kN
M12 X 1.75 MC 84.3 70 506 55.6 87 7 103 70 79.2
M16 x 2.0 MC 157 130 94.2 104 163 190 130 148
M20 x 2.5 MC 245 203 147 162 255 296 203 230
M22 x 2.5 MC 303 251 182 200 315 366 251 285
M24 x 3.0 MC 353 293 212 233 367 427 293 332
M27 x 3.0 MC 459 381 275 303 477 555 381 431
M30 x 3.5 MC 561 466 337 370 583 679 466 527
M36 x 4.0 MC 817 678 490 539 850 989 678 768
Above values
830 MPa 600 MPa 660 MPa 1040 MPa 1210 MPa 830 MPa 940 MPa
based on

and P = thread pitch.

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* The stress area is calculated as follows for inch: As = 0.7854 [D - (0.9743'n)p: for Metric: As = 0.7854 (D - 0.9382P ) 2; where Ag = Stress Area. D = Nominal Bolt Size ,

B Previous versions of ASTM A 325 and FI 852 required tensile testing based on 105 ksi min. tensile strength for larger diameters, and proof load testing of 74 ksi ( length

measurement method) and 81 ksi (yield strength method) . This specification was changed to align with AISC/RCSC design and installation values and metric equivalent
strength levels.

TABLE 6 Mechanical Property Requirements for Specimens Machined from Bolts

Tensile Tensile Yield Elongation in 4D, Reduction of Area,
min. max. min. min. % min. %
Inch 120 ksi, Grade A 325, F1852 120 ksi 92 ksi 14 35
.
Inch 150 ksi Grade A 490, F2280 150 ksi 173 ksi 130 ksi 14 40
.
Metric 830 MPa Grade A325M 830 MPa 660 MPa 14 35
Metric 1040 MPa, Grade A 490M 1040 MPa 1210 MPa 940 MPa 14 40

10.2 Hardness: 11.1 . 1 The assembly lot tension test shall be performed on
10.2. 1 Bolts shall conform to the hardness in Table 7. For
lots on which both hardness and tension tests are performed,
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twist off style fastener assemblies to determine the ability of
the assembly to provide the required minimum tension.
acceptance based on tensile requirements shall take precedence 11.1 .2 Twist-Off style boll assembly lots shall be tested by
in the event of low hardness readings. the manufacturer or responsible party to verify conformance to
installation tension requirements.
11. Requirements Specific to Twist -Off style bolts 11.1 .3 The test assemblies shall consist of one tension
11.1 Assembly Tension Test { hastetier Tension ): control bolt , one nut and at least one washer

TABLE 7 Hardness Requirements for Bolts

120 ksi/830 MPa Tensile, 150 ksi/ 1040 MPa Tensile,
Grade A 325, A325M, F1852 .
Grade A490 A 490M, F2280
Brinell HB Rockwell HRC Brinell HB Rockwell HRC
Mm Max Min Max Min Max Min Max
253 319 25 34 311 352 33 38

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minimum requirements in Table 8 when th spline end is
seperated from the holt.
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12.1. 1 Magnetic particle testing shall be performed in ac-
cordance with Guide E709 or Practice E 1444/E 1444 M . Guide
F709 shall be used for referee purposes.
12.1 .2 The lot , as represented by the samples, shall be free
—
NOTE 8 Assembly installation tension test v alues are based on 70% of
minimum tensile strength, plus 5% , to meet RCSC minimum pre- from nonconforming bolts, as defined in F788. See Note 9.
installation test values. Previous assembly installation test values were 12.1 .3 If any nonconforming bolt is found during the
calculated indirectly and rounded to the nearest 1000 lbs from RCSC manufacturer 's sample examination the lot shall be 100 %
pre-installation verification test requirements. I - /K in . FI 852 is now based
on 120 ksi. up from 105 ksi . l - /i in. for both grades ( FI 852 and F2280) magnetic particle inspected and all nonconforming bolts shall
‘
is new with the publication of this specification . be removed and scrapped or destroyed .
11.2 Lubrication: 12.1.4 Eddy current or liquid penetrant inspection shall be
11.2. 1 Assemblies shall have at least one component lubri - an acceptable substitute for 100 % magnetic particle inspec-
cated by the manufacturer or responsible party to meet the tion. On completion of the eddy current or liquid penetrant
assembly lot tension requirements. inspection the lot shall be reexamined by the magnetic particle
method in the original sample quantity. In case of controversy,
11.3 Secondary processing of Twist -Off style bolts, includ - the magnetic particle test shall take precedence.
ing coatings and lubrication, shall not be permitted to an
assembly lot after final assembly lot installation tension testing. NOTE 9— Magnetic particle indications themselves shall not be cause
See 7.5.4. for rejection . If in the opinion of the quality assurance representative the
indications may be cause for rejection the samples shall be examined by
11.4 Test Requirements: microscopic examination or removal by surface grinding to determine if
11.4. 1 Tests shall be conducted at an ambient temperature the indicated discontinuities are within the specified limits.
between 50 F and 90 CF ( 10 and 32 °C ). 12.2 Carburization/ Decarburization:
11.4.2 The tension measuring device shall be calibrated per 12.2. 1 This test is intended to evaluate the presence or
the manufacturer 's recommendation not less than once per absence of carburization and decarburization as determined by
year. the difference in micro- hardness near the surface and core.
11.4.3 Lot sample size shall be in accordance with F1470.
11.5 Installation and Tension Test:
—
12.2. 2 Carburization Bolts shall show no evidence of a
carburized surface when evaluated to Test Methods F2328 and
11.5. 1 Install the bolt , nut , washer and appropriate spacer( s ) F2328M.
in the tension measuring device. —
12.2.3 Decarburization Hardness value differences shall
11.5. 2 Install spacers so that three to five bolt threads are not exceed the requirements set forth for decarburization in
located between the bearing face of the nut and the underside Test Methods F2328 and F2328M.
of the bolt head , using the washer furnished with the assembly
in contact with the nut. 13. Other Quality Assurance Requirements
11.5.3 Initially tension the assembly to approximately 10%
of the minimum average tension specified in Table 8. 13.1 Workmanship:
11.5.4 Complete tensioning using a spline drive installation 13.1 . 1 The allowable limits, inspection, and evaluation of
tool capable of engaging the nut and spline end simultaneously, surface discontinuities shall be in accordance with Specifica-
tightening the assembly continuously until the spline shears tion F788.
off. 13.2 Special Inspection:
11.5.5 The bolt head shall not be restrained during the lest. 13.2. 1 If observation or inspection is required by the
11.5.6 Shearing of the spline shall occur in the shear groove. purchaser, it shall be specified in ( he inquiry and order. Such
11.5.7 Record the tension after shearing the spline end as observation or inspection requirements shall be specific and
the assembly installation tension . The average of the tension agreed upon by all parties.
readings for the assembly lot shall meet or exceed the 13.2.2 The purchaser 's representative shall have free entry
minimum tension in Table 8. to all parts of the manufacturer 's or subcontractor 's works, or
supplier 's place of business that concern the manufacture or
12. Testing Specific to 150 ksi and 1040 MPa Bolts
supply of the material ordered.
12.1 Magnetic Particle Inspection: 13.2.3 The manufacturer or supplier shall afford the pur-
chaser 's representative all reasonable facilities to satisfy them
that the material is being furnished in accordance with this
TABLE 8 Twist-Off Style Assembly Installation Tension Test
(Minimum Tension, Ibf ) specification .
Bolt Diameter, in. F1852 F2280 13.2.4 All tests and inspections required by the purchaser 's
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Vi 13 UNC
% 11 UNC
12550
19900
15650
24900
representative shall be made before shipment , and conducted
so as not to interfere unnecessarily with the operation .
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34 10 UNC 29450 36800
13.3 Rejection and Rehearing:
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7/fe 9 UNC 40750 50950
-
1 8 UNC 53450 66800 13.3. 1 Disposition of nonconforming bolts shall be in ac-
-
1 Va 7 UNC 67350 84100
cordance with the Practice FI 470 section titled “ Disposition of
V /4 -7 UNC 85500 106850
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14.1 When specified on the inquiry and purchase order, the
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manufacturer or supplier, whichever is the responsible party as
defined in Section 15, shall furnish the purchaser a test report
that includes the following, as applicable.
14.2 Information:
14.2. 1 Lot number.
14.2.2 Purchase order number, job number, sequence num-
ber or other special identifiers if specified.
14.2.3 Mailing address of responsible party.
14.2.4 Title and signature of the individual assigned test
report responsibility.
14.2.5 Date and ASTM standard , including revision num
ber.
—
14.3 Results Report results of all required tests.
14.3. 1 Heat analysis, heat number, and calculated Corrosion
Index for Type 3 material if not from composition A or B.
14.3.2 Results of hardness, tensile, and proof load tests or
alternative testing in accordance with 10.1 . 1 .
14.3.3 Results of magnetic particle inspection ; if required.
14.3.4 Results of carburization and decarburization tests; if
required ,
14.3.5 Results of rotational capacity tests: as required in
8.1 .5, or when requested by the purchaser.
14.3.6 Results of fastener assembly testing; if required .
14.3.7 Results of coating thickness for coated bolts; if
required.
14.3.8 Results of inspection for surface discontinuities and
visual inspection for head bursts.
14.4 Statements:
14.4. 1 Statement of conformance with dimensional and
thread fit requirements.
14.4.2 Statement certifying that steel heats having the ele-
ments listed in Section 6.5 intentionally added were not used .
15. Responsibility
15.1 The party responsible for the fastener shall be the
organization that supplies the fastener or fastener assemblies to
the purchaser.
16. Packaging and Package Marking
16.1 Packaging :
SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements shall be applied when specified by the purchaser on the inquiry and
order. Details of these requirements shall be agreed upon in writing between the manufacturer and
purchaser.
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packaging practice or as agreed between the purchaser and
supplier.
16.1 .2 Matched assembly lot components subjected to rota-
tional capacity testing shall be shipped together when practi -
cable. The party providing such lots shall clearly identify
component packages with assembly lot numbers, when used , to
facilitate proper component matching and assembly in the
field.
16.1.3 A Heavy Hex Bolt assembly shall consist of at least
one Heavy Hex Bolt and a suitable Heavy Hex Nut , ora Heavy
Hex Bolt, Heavy Hex Nut and at least one Hardened Washer,
all covered by reference herein . Heavy Hex Nuts and Hardened
- Washers shall be in accordance with Table 2.
-
16.1 .4 A Twist Off Bolt assembly shall consist of a bolt with
a spline end , a suitable Heavy Hex Nut and at least one
Hardened Washer covered by reference herein . Hevy Hex Nuts
and Hardened Washers shall be in accordance with Table 2.
16.1 .5 Twist -Off style bolts shall be packaged , certified and
installed as matched assemblies.
16.1 .6 When special packaging or labeling is required, the
requirements shall be defined at the time of the inquiry and
again at the time of order.
16.2 Package Marking:
16.2. 1 Each shipping unit shall include and be plainly
marked with the following information:
16.2. 1.1 ASTM designation . Grade. Type and Style,
16.2. 1.2 Size,
16.2. 1.3 Name of the manufacturer or responsible party,
16.2. 1.4 Number of pieces,
—
16.2. 1.5 Lot number Shipping units shall be marked with
the lot number of the bolt , bolt set , or components and any
additional number required by the purchaser or supplier.
16.2. 1.6 Purchase order number or other distinguishing
information , when required by the customer, and
16.2. 1.7 Country of origin , when required by the customer.
17. Keywords
17.1 alloy steel ; alternate design fasteners; bolts; carbon
steel ; fasteners; Heavy Hex Bolt ; inch ; metric; spline end ;
steel ; structural; structural bolts; tension control bolt ; twist -off
bolt; weathering steel
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51. Bolts Threaded Full Length
51.1 A 325 and A 325M Bolts with nominal lengths equal to
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nation with or in replacement of lubrication requirements in the
A563 and A563M specifications .
or shorter than 4 D may be threaded full length. These bolts 53.2 Lubrication requirements shall be as agreed in writing
need not have a shoulder. between the user and supplier.
51.2 Bolts shall be marked in accordance with Table 2, 53.3 Supplemental lubricants are not permitted on Twist -Off *

except that the symbol shall include a “T’\ for example
“A 325T”.
51.3 The distance from the under- head bearing surface to
the first complete ( full form ) thread , as measured with a GO
thread ring gauge, assembled by hand as far as the thread will
permit shall not exceed the length of 2Vi threads for bolt sizes
I in . and smaller, and 3Vi threads for bolt sizes larger than l in.
52. Alternate Dimensions
52.1 Dimensions which differ from the requirements of this
specification, such as modified head geometry or special thread
lengths that do not meet the requirements of section SI . are
permitted when requested by the customer.
52.2 Bolts manufactured to S2 shall have a marking indi
cating “S” for “special ”, in addition to the marking required in
- FI 470, except the minimum sample size in all cases shall be
Table 2, for example. “A 325S” or “ A490S ”.
—
NOTE SI Many structural connection designs require the shear
strength of a full bixly fastener. Increased thread lengths may place
reduced diameters in shear planes reducing connection strength. Increased
thread lengths may also affect installed pretensions when using the turn of
the nut installation method .
.
S3 Lubricant
S3. l User-specified lubrication requirements may include
lubricated sealers used with coating systems , colored
lubricants, or specified K factors. These may work in combi -
style assemblies except when applied by the manufacturer, see
7.5.4.
53.4 Lubricant applied to a lot 's components shall be the
same as that specified by the purchaser or used by the
manufacturer during testing to meet the lot ’s tension or
rotational capacity requirements.
S4. Rotational Capacity Testing for Plain and Other
Coated Assemblies .
S4. I When specified on the inquiry and order, rotational
capacity testing in accordance with Annex A 2 shall be per-
formed by the responsible party.
S4. L 1 Rotational capacity tests shall include sets of one
bolt , one nut, and at least one washer. Sampling shall be to
two assemblies.
S4. L 2 Rotational capacity tests may be specified for plain
or coated fastener assemblies.
S4. I .3 Rotational capacity testing shall result in an assem -
bly lot number, w hich must be unique for each combination of
bolt , nut and washer lot used.
S4. L4 Assembly lot rotational capacity test reports and
product labeling to maintain assembly lot traceability is re -
quired .
S4.1.5 Components shall be packed together when practi -
cable to prevent comingling with other lots.

ANNEXES
( Mandatory Information )

AL PERMITTED COATINGS

A LI This annex provides information and requirements
necessary for the selection of protective coatings on structural
fasteners. Coatings listed in this Annex for 150 ksi / 1040 MPa
bolts have been qualified and approved where indicated for use
with 150 ksi/ 1040 MPa strength bolts. For use on 150 ksi/ 1040
MPa bolts, other coatings must be qualified in accordance with
IFI 144. Hydrogen embrittlement testing required by IFI 144
shall be performed in accordance with Test Method FI 940 for
internal hydrogen embrittlement and F2660 for environmental
hydrogen embrittlement. Permitted coalings have been re
viewed in limited tests using IFI 144. Test Method 1 1940 and *
-
Test Method F2660 to evaluate susceptibility to hydrogen
embrittlement. The purchaser should evaluate any other de -
sired performance characteristics of these coatings.

TABLE A 1.1 Permitted Coatings

120 ksi & 830 MPa Bolt Assemblies* 150 ksi & 1040 MPa Bolt Assemblies*
Commonly Applied Coatings Grade or Class Qualified Coatings Grade or Class
F2329
B695
Hot Dip Galvanized / 50 pm
Class 55
F1136/F1136M
F2833 Grade 1
.
Bolt & Washer Grade 3 Nut Grade 5

Other Coatings Grade or Class F3019/F3019M Grade 4

F1136/F1136M Bolt & Washer Grade 3, Nut Grade 5
F2833 Grade 1
F3019/F3019M Grade 4
* Coatings for Twist- off style bolt assemblies shall be agreed upon between the producer , supplier and user, and are not permitted except when applied under the direction
of the manufacturer.

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TABLE A 1.2 Nut Overlap Allowances
2n/ AI Coatings
F1136/F1136M/F2833/F3019/F3019MaCD
Dimensional
Limits Nut Pitch Dia
Bolt Pitch Dta . Bolt Pitch Dia . Nut Pitch Dia. Bolt Pitch D»a OS.
OS After B695 OS After F2329
Overtape, F Overlap *" after Coating *"
Coating^ Coating 5 *
UNC Thread in. in. in. in. in.
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y» ii
0.018
0.020
0.012
0.013
0.018
0.020
0.009
0.010
0.006
0.007
%-10 0 020 0.013 0.020 0.010 0.007
7/B~9 0.022 0.015 0.022 0.011 0.008
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18 0.024 0.016 0.024 0.012 0.008
11/e-7 0.024 0.016 0.024 0.012 0.008
’ --
1 /4 7
1% 6
0.024
0.027
0.016
0.018
0.024
0.027
0.012
0.014
0.008
0.010
1 ' V6 0.027 0.018 0.027 0.014 0.010
MC Thread mm mm mm mm mm
M12 x 1.75 MC 0.45 0.30 0.45 0.23 0.16
M16 x 2.0 MC 0.50 0.33 0.50 0.25 0.17
M20 x 2.5 MC 0.50 0.33 0.50 0.25 0.17
M22 x 2 5 MC 0.55 0.36 0.55 028 0.19
M24 x 3.0 MC 0.60 0.40 0.60 0.30 0.20
M27 x 3.0 MC 0.60 0.40 0.60 0.30 0.20
M30 x 3.4 MC 0 70 0.46 0.70 0.35 0.24
M36 x 4.0 MC 0.70 0.46 0.70 0.35 0.24
A
Supplementary nut lubrication to A563 S1 is required for hot dip and mechanically deposited zinc coatings.
R
Grade 5 of F1136/FI 136M coating meets the supplementary lubrication requirements of A563 SI.
c Grade 1 of F2833 coating meets the supplementary lubrication requirements of A563 SI.
° Nuts overlapped for coating for use with 150 ksi/1040 MPa minimum tensile strength fasteners shall be proof load tested to a minimum of 175,000 ps« after overtapping .
£
Nut overlap shall not exceed this amount unless agreed upon between the purchaser and user, If a larger overtap is used or required, coated bolts and overlapped and
coated nuts shall pass the RC test requirements per Annex A2 as proof of assembly, ductility and thread strength.
F
Bolt pitch oversize limit in case of dispute Matenal within the plain gauge limits, which meets the coating thickness requirements and assembles freely need not be
measured to this tolerance .
c, Hot Dip galvanized is typically tapped after coating. Others coatings are typically applied after nut tapping.
-

A 1.1. 1 Many of the referenced coating specifications have
only minimum thickness requirements. The nut overtap allow -
ances in Table A 1.2 are listed for strength consideration , but
may not provide assembly clearance with considerably thicker
coating deposits.
A 1.1 .2 For 120 ksi and 830 MPa Bolt Assemblies, this
annex is not all - inclusive, other coatings may be approved if
the purchaser is confident the performance of the fastener will
not be compromised . Coatings for 150 ksi and 1040 MPa Bolt
Assemblies must be qualified in accordance with IF1 144, See
Note A l . l Performance requirements shall be specified by the
purchaser and agreed to in writing, and the coatings shall be
applied by the manufacturer.
NOTE Al . I —Coatings in this table have been tested to indicate they will
not degrade the performance of the bolt due to selected conditions.
Inclusion in this table docs not imply any particular corrosion protection
performance.

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A 2 ROTATIONAL CAPACITY TEST

A 2.1. Scope
A 2.1 . 1 This annex details rotational capacity ( RC ) tests
intended to evaluate the presence of lubricant , the efficiency of
lubricant and the compatibility of assemblies. The test serves
as a further quality control measure against excessively over
tapped nuts, material w ith insufficient ductility, and generally
- fully pretensioned.
assures the assembly of elements ( bolt , nut, and washer ) w ill
function together as a unit to achieve required preloads. When
tested to meet the requirements of this Annex , assemblies shall
he purchased and installed as matched sets of a Heavy boll, a
Heavy Hex Nut , and at least one Hardened Washer.
A2.1.2 This test is intended primarily for galvanized heavy
hex fastener assemblies that must be fully tensioned in struc -
tural applications. This test may also be requested by the
purchaser for other coated or plain assemblies that must be
A 2.1.3 Test Methods 1 and 2 are replacements for previous
ASTM rotational capacity test requirements.
A 2.1 .4 When specified in contract documents this test may
also be used for field - testing.
—
NOTE A 2.1 The RC test shall only apply to matched assembly lots that
contain one bolt , one nut and one or more washers. It is the intent of this

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that sets be packaged together in the same shipping container when
practicable to maintain lot integrity. These test methods are intended for
.
use with A 325. A325M A490, and A490 M a bolts mated to recommended
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nuts. Other specifications, such as A 354 and A449, may refer to this
Annex as a guide. Research has not been done on all grades, diameters and
coatings available, therefore some of the requirements in this test arc
extrapolated from existing requirements. The purchaser and supplier
should consider any additional investigation necessary to establish appro-
priate RC testing guidelines.
A 2.1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard -
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom -
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade ( TBT ) Committee.
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A 2.2 Referenced Documents
A 2.2. I ASTM Standards:2
A 354 Specification for Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel
Bolts, Studs, and Other Externally Threaded Fasteners
A449 Specification for Hex Cap Screws, Bolts and Studs.
Steel. Heal Treated , 120/ 105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile
Strength, General Use
A 563 Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts
A563M Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts ( Met-
ric )
FI 470 Practice for Fastener Sampling for Specified Me-
chanical Properties and Performance Inspection
FI 789 Terminology for FI 6 Mechanical Fasteners
A 2.3. Terminology
A 2.3. I Terms used in this specification are defined in
Terminology FI 789, unless otherwise defined herein.
A 2.3.2 KIPS = Thousands of pounds
A 2.4 Testing
A 2.4. 1 Requirement:
A 2.4. 1.1 Assemblies shall be tested in an assembled joint or
tension -measuring device in accordance with Test Method I or
Test Method 2, and shall not show signs of failure when
subjected to the nut rotation in Table A 2.3 for Test Method 1 or
Table A 2.5 and Table A2.7 for Test Method 2. The test shall be
performed by the responsible party as noted in A 2.4.2 prior to
shipment, but after zinc coating , lubrication or any secondary
processing of components.
A 2.4.2 Testing Responsibility:
A 2.4.2.1 Each lot shall be tested by the manufacturer or
responsible party prior to shipment . the test . The nut does not need to run the full length of the
A 2.4.2.2 When bolts are furnished by a source other than
the manufacturer, the responsible party shall assure all tests
have been performed and the bolts comply with the require
ments of this specification.
-
A 2.4.2.3 Sampling shall be to FI 470, except that a mini -
mum of two assemblies shall be tested regardless of lot
quantity. Alternate sampling may be agreed upon between the
supplier and purchaser.
A 2.5. Method 1 — Long Bolt Test Procedure
A 2.5. 1 Equipment Required:
A 2.5. 1.1 Calibrated bolt tension - measuring device appro-
priate for the bolts to be tested .
—
NOTE A 2.2 Rotational capacity testing of assemblies intended to be
installed using a twist -olf feature does not provide relevant engineering
data.
A 2.5.1.2 Calibrated torque wrench and spud wrenches.
A 2.5. 1.3 Appropriate bushings and spacers.
device:
—
A 2.5.2 Procedure Bolts that fit in a tension measuring
A 2.5.2 . I Install the bolt and any required spacers in the
-
tension measuring device so that the bolt stick out is flush with
the nut to a maximum of three threads stick -out. This will
typically provide three to five threads within the grip.
A 2.5.2.2 Tighten the fastener assembly to the tensions listed
-
in Table A 2 . I ( -0/+ 2 kips or 0/+8 kN ) .
A 2.5.2.3 Match- mark the bolt , nut and faceplate of the
calibrator.
A 2.5.2.4 Tighten the fastener assembly to at least the
minimum installation tension in Table A 2.2 and record both the
tension and torque. The torque shall be read with the nut in
motion . Maximum torque values at minimum tension are
provided for convenience in Table A 2.2. For tensions exceed -
ing minimum tension , the torque shall not exceed 0.25 PD,
where P = tension in pounds, and D = Dia. ( in .)/ 12 = bolt
diameter in feet.
A 2.5.2.5 Further tighten the nut to the rotation listed in
Table A2.3. The rotation is measured from the initial marking
in step A 2.5. 2.3. Assemblies that strip or fracture prior to this
rotation fail the test.
A 2.5.2.6 Record the tension at the completion of the rota -
tion in Table A 2.3. The tension shall equal or exceed 1.15 x the
minimum installation tension . The minimum required values
are listed in Table A 2.4.
A 2.5.2.7 Loosen and remove the nut. There shall be no
signs of thread shear failure, stripping or torsional failure. The
nut shall turn on the bolt threads to the position it was in during
threads. Inability to turn the nut by hand is considered thread
failure. Broken bolts fail the test.

TABLE A 2.1 Pre- tension Requirements by Strength and Diameter

Strength Bolt Dia. (in.) % 7 V /4 1%
120 ksi min . Initial Tension (kips)
%
1 2
*3
4 A
4
1
5
1 Vk
6 8 10 12
150 ksi min. Initial Tension (kips) 1 2 4 5 6 8 10 12 15
Bolt Dia. ( mm) 12 16 20 22 24 27 30 36
830 MPa min . Initial Tension (kN) 4 9 13 18 22 27 31 44
1040 MPa mm . Initial Tension (kN) 9 13 18 22 27 36 40 58

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120 ksi min.
. .
Bolt Dia (in )
Tension ( kips)'4 12
^%
19
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TABLE A 2.2 Maximum Permitted Torque at Minimum Design Tension *
%
28
%
39
1
51
IVk
64
1 V4
81 97
V /2
118
Maximum Torque ( ft. lbs.) 125 247 437 710 1062 1502 2120 2779 3688
150 ksi min. Tension ( kips )* 15 24 35 49 64 80 102 121 148
Maximum Torque ( ft . lbs.) 156 312 546 893 1333 1875 2656 3466 4625
Bolt Dia. (mm) 12 16 20 22 24 27 30 36
830 MPa min. Tension ( kN)* 49 93 142 178 205 267 325 476
Maximum Torque ( Nm) 150 380 719 976 1234 1803 2440 4284
1040 MPa min . Tension ( kN)* 61 114 178 221 257 334 408 595
Maximum Torque ( Nm ) 190 461 895 1220 1546 2251 3064 5369

* Minimum design in the RCSC Specification for Structural Joints Using High-Strength Botts. It represents 70% of minimum specified tensile strength.

TABLE A 2.3 Minimum Required Degrees of Rotation A 2.7.2.5 The torque measurement taken in A 2.7.2.4 should
Bolt Length
Up to 4D >4D to 8D
>8D to not exceed the values listed in Table A 2.6. Assemblies that
Required Rotation 12D exceed the listed torque fail the test. These torque values are
120 ksi ( 830 MPa) min 240 360 420 based on the assumed tension of 1.15 x minimum installation
150 ksi ( 1040 MPa) min 240 300 360
tension.
A 2.7.2.6 Further tighten the bolt the additional rotation in
Table A 2.7. Assemblies that strip or fracture prior to this
A 2.6 Long Bolt Acceptance Criteria rotation fail the test.
A 2.6. 1 The assembly lot passes the RC test if all samples A 2.7.2.7 Loosen and remove the nut. There shall be no
meet the requirements of A 2.5.2.4. A 2.5.2.6 and A 2.5.2.7 after signs of thread shear failure, stripping, or torsional failure. The
full rotation. nut shall turn on the bolt threads to the position it was in during
the test. The nut does not need to run the full length of the
A 2.6.2 The lot shall be considered nonconforming if the
threads. Inability to turn the nut by hand is considered thread
assembly fails to pass any one of the following requirements:
A 2.6.2.1 Exceeding the maximum allowable torque in Table
failure. Broken bolts fail the lest .
A 2.2. A 2.8 Short Bolt Acceptance Criteria
A 2.6.2.2 Inability of the assembly to reach the rotation
A 2.8. 1 The assembly lot passes the RC test if all samples
required in Table A 2.3.
meet the requirements of A2.7.2.5, A 2.7.2.6 and A 2.7.2.7 after
A 2.6.2.3 Inability to remove the nut after installing to the
full rotation.
rotation specified in Table A 2.3.
A 2.6.2.4 Failure to provide the tension required in Table A 2.8.2 The lot assembly shall be considered as noncon -
A 2.4 after full rotation. forming if the assembly fails to pass any one of the following
A 2.6.2.5 Shear failure of the threads as determined by specified requirements:
visual examination of bolt and nut threads following removal. A 2.8.2.1 Exceeding the maximum allowable torque in Table
A 2.6.2.6 Torsional or torsional/tension failure of the bolt . A 2.6.
A 2.8.2.2 Failure to achieve the required rotation in fable
—
NOTE A 2.3 Elongation of the holt , in the threads between the nut and
bolt head , is to be expected and is not to be classified as a failure.
A 2.7.
A2.8.2.3 Inability to remove the nut after installing to the
A 2.7. Method 2—Short Bolt Test Procedure rotation in Table A 2.7.
A 2.8.2.4 Shear failure of the threads as determined by
A 2.7. 1 Equipment Required:
visual examination of bolt and nut threads following removal.
A 2.7. 1 .I Steel plate.
A 2.8.2.5 Torsional or torsional/tension failure of the bolt.
A 2.7.1.2 Calibrated torque wrench and spud wrenches.
Elongation of the bolt, in the threads between the nut and
A 2.7. 1.3 Appropriate bushings and spacers.
bolt head, is to be expected at the required rotation and is not
—
A 2.7.2 Procedure Bolts too short to fit in a tension mea
suring device:
- to be classified as a failure.

A 2.7.2.1 Install the bolt and any required spacers in the steel
plate w ith the so that the bolt stick-out is Hush with the nut to
a maximum of three threads slick -out. This will typically
provide three to five threads within the grip.
A 2.7.2.2 Pre-tension the assembly in the steel plate. The
torque used shall not exceed 20% of the torque permitted Table
A2.6 .
A 2.7.2.3 Match-mark the nut, bolt and plate.
A 2.7.2.4 Tension the bolt by rotating the nut as required in
Table A 2.5. Prevent the bolt head from rotation. Take a torque
reading at the required rotation with the nut in motion.
A 2.9. Test Reports
A 2.9. 1 When specified on the purchase order, the manufac -
turer or supplier, whichever is the responsible party, shall
furnish the purchaser a test report that includes the following:
A 2.9. 1 .I Results of rotational capacity tests. This shall
include the test method used ( solid plate or tension measuring
device).
A 2.9. 1.2 Assembly and component lot numbers.
A 2.9. 1.3 Mailing address of responsible party.
A 2.9.1.4 Title and signature of the individual assigned test
report responsibility.

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120 ksi min.
Bolt Dia. (in.)
Tension ( kips)
Vi
14
^ %
22
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TABLE A 2.4 Minimum Tension at Full Rotation
%
32
%
45
1
59
1 Vfc
74
11/4
94
1%
112
1 Vb
136
150 ksi min. Tension ( kips) 17 28 40 56 74 92 117 139 170
Bolt Dia. (mm) 12 16 20 22 24 27 30 36
830 MPa min. Tension ( kN) 57 108 164 205 235 307 373 547
1040 MPa min. Tension ( kN) 72 133 205 256 297 384 471 685

TABLE A2.5 Minimum Required Degrees of Rotation

Up to and including Greater than 4D
Boll Length
4D up to and including 8D
Required Rotation
120 180
All Grades

TABLE A 2.6 Maximum Torque Values

Strength .
Bolt Dia . (in ) V % % % 1 1 Vfc 1 »/4 1% 1 Vfe
120 ksi min. Torque (ft. lbs.) *
150 290 500 820 1230 1730 2450 3210 4250
150 ksi min. Torque (ft. lbs.) 180 370 630 1020 1540 2160 3050 3980 5310
.
Bolt Dia (mm) 12 16 20 22 24 27 30 36
830 MPa min. Torque (Nm) 176 427 827 1125 1416 2074 2807 4922
1040 MPa min. Torque (Nm) 217 536 1024 1417 1790 2583 3539 6162

TABLE A2.7 Minimum Required Degrees of Rotation

Up to and including Greater than 4D
Bolt Length
4D up to and including 8D
Required Rotation
120 ksi (830 MPa) min 120 180
150 ksi (1040 MPa) mm. 90 120

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